The AS 5039 Compliance Label is an official label applied to a security door or screen that indicates it has been manufactured and tested in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 5039.

This label provides peace of mind that the product you have bought meets specific requirements for materials, construction and locking system. If your security screen product is not installed with a Compliance Label, it's not compliant - it's that simple.

The best security door is one that has passed testing to Australian Standards and is fitted with a compliance label. Be on the lookout for fakes. If it's not labelled, it's not a security screen.

Yes - to comply with Australian Standards. Security doors must pass strict testing to Australian Standards and this almost always means being fitted with a 3-point lock, which secures the door at the top, middle and bottom.

No. The term "barrier door" is often used to describe a screen that won't pass the Australian Standard testing process. These inferior products may also be called safety screens and similar terminology to avoid scrutiny.

Don't get ripped off. Ensure your Security Screen has an AS5039 Compliance label.

Security Screens are the only screens that meet Australian Standard AS5039. They must pass six rigorous tests (Knife Shear, Impact, Anti-Jemmy, Pull, Probe, and Shear) and carry an AS5039 Compliance Label. Lincoln Sentry supplies genuine security screens with 316 marine grade stainless steel mesh and trusted brands like Lockwood, Whitco, Yale and Austral Lock. If it's not labelled, it's not a security screen. Barrier Screens (also called "safety screens") are not compliant security screens. While they may look protective, they don't meet Australian Standards and can be easily penetrated with force or basic tools. The term "barrier" is often used to avoid scrutiny when selling inferior products.

Filter Screens (Flyscreen/Insect Screens) are designed purely for insect protection and ventilation - not security. Lincoln Sentry's FLYPRO flyscreen system offers fibreglass, aluminium, stainless steel, bronze and polyester mesh options for keeping insects out while allowing airflow. Bottom Line: For security, demand AS5039 compliant screens with a Compliance Label. For insect protection only, choose quality flyscreen mesh. Don't be misled by "barrier" terminology.

Compliant security screen doors are made and installed to very tight tolerances with specialised fixings. While you may be able to put a screen up and make it operate, the product may not provide proper security.

The NSSA always recommends installation by an NSSA Member - Don't DIY.